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A member asked:
Docs can you explain, is my impacted canine tooth ever going to errupt?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dental exam: See a dentist to find the answer to your question. The answer can only be determined with an exam and x-rays.
Answered 12/27/2013
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Impacted canine: If it is impacted, probably never (at least without the help of an oral surgeon and orthodontist. There are techniques to bring an impacted canine tooth into place. If you are truly 32 years old as your info suggests, i will change that "probably never" to "nope!" in any case you can discuss treatment options if you are concerned about the aesthetics (or health of your adjacent teeth).
Answered 12/28/2013
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Canine comin home?: Likely not. Unless it is exposed by an oral surgeon and pulled down by an orthodontist for orthodontic or esthetic reasons, it will most likely stay put. That is not to say that it shouldn't be monitored every couple years with xrays to make sure it is status quo. Happy new year!
Answered 12/28/2013
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